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About Independence enterprise. (Independence, Or.) 1908-1969 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 13, 1911)
1 Or, "e( I II 4k tii ttrtt k2 II Mrwi VOLUME 28. INDEPENDENCE, OREGON, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1911. NUMBER 2Q 4 SOME CHANGES New Electric Line on the Khst Side Will Probably Change The Boat Service. Plans Are Laid To Have Good Baot Service From Independence to Electrlo Railway. When the Klectrlc Hallway Is com pleted on the east vide of the river, Hklnner I! run. will operate a bout ser vice to the point, about two mile down the river, where the rail road track e will be laid on the bunk and where the e talon will be located. This boat service will meet every train from both directions- It has not beon definitely ascer tained JiiHt when the construction la to be completed to such a point a vlll allow the trains to run over the tracks but the work la being push ed to the utnioMt and It Is certain that train service will be inaugurat ed as soon as possible. Steel Is being laid In some places and the work of constructing road bed Is nearly completed. It In esti mated that trains will run between Kalem and Albany by the first of the year. The Skinner launch "Louise" was taken to Portland Monday to be overhauled and put Into first class shape for her runs from Independence to the Electric Railway station. When this run II being made the boat service to Salem will be die continued and the launch "Independ ence will be kept at' Salem where she has more than enough work en gaged to keep her busy. Skinner Hros. have, In the past, done all In their power to give to the people of Independence and Saien a good boil t aervlce between the two cities. For a time the hiiIoh. run ning between Independence and Mc Nary, Heenied to give a shorter and quicker Way of transportation but, nil were dlaconinded and business between fhe two Points wns badly hampered. With the dependable boat, sorvlco the Oregon Klectrlc and Independ ence and the frequent trains on the Jatjter, Independence will be in a great deal closer toutch with the cap Itoi city thnn ever before and, with the bo;it to carry freight, I'iikkiikq, express and paHsengers, slip will have comparatively good railroad ser vice. DEATH OF MONMOUTH WOMAN Mrs. H. K. Slckafooso died at her homo In Monmouth, Friday, October 6, aged f4 years, five months and seven days, as a result of heart fail ure. The funeral wns conducted at the Christian church under the aus pices of the Rehokahs. The sermon was preached by Rev. Wood, and the body was buried In the Mon mouth cemetery. Resides her husband, two sons are loft to mourn her death. Slie was a woman of many fine qualities and will be greatly missed. Polk Coun ty Observer. Mrs. SicknfooBe was well and favor ably known both in Monmouth and Independece and her many Inde pendence friends join those of Mon mouth In heartfelt sympathy to the husband and eons. 600 BALES OF HOPS SOLD AT 33C SALEM, OR., Oct. 9. The first large hop deal was made yesterday when McNeff & Klaber, of Sllverton, purchased 600 bales of this year's crop at 33 cents. The hops were raised In the yards near Ballston, Yamhill county, but the Purchasers Would not discuss the names of the growers. It is said that the lot pur chased is of fine Quality and there are no slgnsof injury from rains or lice. Eugene Daily Guard. Russell A. Boycs Well Drillers . We are prepared to make wells, from a three inch hole to a thirty two inch hole. If you are in need f a well, call on us and get our prices, we will make them right. 18-3-m. For Sale Seed Oats, Vetches and Cheat. Verd Hill, Bell Phone 76x2 p-20. DANNEMAN MCDEVITT WEDDIN On Wednesday evening at the hour of ft: 00 p. in., at the home of Mr. and Mrs. (leo. Conkey, sister and brother-in-law of the brldH, the ceremony, un iting Miss Carry Danneinan and C. T. McDevItt as man and wife, was per formed by the Rov. I)r, J. It. N. Hell, formerly of this cfy and now of Oorvallls. The parlor was beautifully decorat ed with holly and In autumn colors. Before the ceremony was perform d Mrs. Chus. McKnlghJ of Marshflel Oregon, sanif, "IBclalre." Mendel sohn's Wedding 'March was played by Miss Opal McDevItt. Following the ceremony Miss Opal McDevItt and Dr. J. K. Morel of C'prvallls, sang a du et. "I Love You Truly." After which all repaired to the dining room, which was decorated with pink carnations and sinllax, and partook of a delight ful wedding supper. The bride wore a gown of cream marquisette over white satin and car ried a shower boquet of brides' rosei and llllles of the valley. The bride's maid, Miss Emry McDevItt, wore a gown of cream marguisette over white satin and carried a shower boquet of yellow chrysanthemums. Mrs. Jack Laue of Portland, sister of the bride served as matron of honor and was Iresaed In crepe de chine over white satin; she carried a shower of yel low chrysanthemums. After the supper the bridal party left for a short honey moon trip to Seattle and other coast cities, after which they will make their home In Corvallls where Mr. McDevItt is as sistant pout master. The bride is a daughter of the late C. A. Danneman, a well "known stock farmer of Condon, Oregon. There were between yfty and seventy-five guests prsent and many beautiful and useful presents were given (lie couple. '; FOOT BALL IND. VS SALEM The Independence High School will play Its first foot ball giime this sea son on Saturday, October 1 4t.h, on the High School athletic field. The game between the two old-time rival teams,. Independence and Salem, 1 sure to bo a warm one. The High School team has been out practicing for some time and all the members are in fine shape for the coming event. If success is to be measured by the confidence of the players, Salem in doomed to do feat. The lineup for Saturday's game will be as follows: Under L. E. Russell L. T. Larsen .... L. G. C. Richardson C. M ( Kinney R. G. M. Richardson It. T. Purvine R. E Williams Q. B. Newton R. H. Seeley U H. Reeves F. The grunp will be called promptly at 2:30 p. in. and no one can afford to miss it. A GOOD POSITION Can be had by ambitious young me and ladies in the field of "Wireless" or Railway telegraphy. Since the 8-lioiir law becanvi effective and since the Wireless companies are estab lishing stations throughout the coun try there Is a great shortage of tel egraphers. Positions pay beginners from $70 to $00 per month, with good chance of advancement. The National Telegraph institute of Port land, Ore., operates under supervis ion of R. R. and Wireless Officials and places all graduates into posi tions. It will pay you to write them for full particulars. FAREWELL TO MISS DOW Miss Florence H. Dow, daughter of Mrs. James Brown of this city, left for Chicago Tuesday morning, where she is engaged as choir director and soloist in the Moody church in that city. Miss Dow has been visiting her parents for the past Biz months and during that time she has made warm friends in the city. Miss Dow was given a farewell re ception br her many friends, last We nesday .evening. All had a very -enjoyable time. 1 THE PASTOR Members and Friends of the M. E. Church Congregate to Greet Pastor. Program Was Nicely Rendered and Refreshments Were 8erved in the Church Parlors. A farewell reception was tendered to Rev. W. J. .Weber and family pri or to their departure for their new field of labor at Hlllsboro. A large number of friends gather ed In the basement of the church where the evening was spent in a few games and other amusements. A lunch was served after whicly D. L. Hedges acted as toast master. Responses were made by members of the church, and by Rev and Mrs. Weber. It has been two years since Rev. Weber assumed the pastorate of the Methodist Episcopal IGhurch of this city. The growth of the church during this period has been remark able. The membership has doubled, and the handsome new edifice that adorns this property was erected. It has been largely through his efforts that all this has been accom plished. Rev, Weber Is an able speaker, a man of strong personality and one whose ability is unquestionable. Ma ny friends wish him success in his new field, which Is an advancement to which he is entitled. Reception For New Pastor A, reception for the new pastor of the church, Rev. F. N. Sandifur and his family, was held in the church Tuesday evening. A large number of the members and friends of the members and friends of the church, were in atendance. A pro gram was renderend in the auditor ium. Addresses of welcomee were made by representatives of the var ious churches of the city. Mr. Rock well, appearing for the Christian con gregation and M. E. Merwln for the Presbyterians, while the Baptist peo ple were represented by their pas tor. Rev. Rlackstone. Rev. S. Snyder, A. M. Brown H. R. Browne and a number of the men liers of the official board of the church, gave short talks. Miss Nettie Snyder sang a solo and J. G. Mcintosh and Mrs. E. E. Paddock a duet. Rev. Sandifur responded in a few words, expressing his appreciation. The" people then Invaded the church parlors, where a lovely lunch was served to all, after which a social hour wns enjoyed. The new minister, by his kindly and genial manner, has already en deared himself In the hearts of his people. He is a clear thinker, a man of ability and he, with his family, are welcome additions to Independ ence. ... ( Although the parsonage is not, at present, in the very best of condi tion, yet the Ladies' Aid Society of the church are adding to the com fort and convenience of their pastor and his family, by painting and pa pering the interior, and putting in new furniture and carpets. DON'T FORGET SACRED CONCERT The choir of St. Patrick's Cathol ic church and their friends, will ren der a sacred concert In the Inde pendence Opera House on Thursday evening, Oct. 19th. The concert, from all appearances, Is sure to be an in teresting as well as profitable affair. In addition to the musical program given by the choir, Rev. Father A. J. Conaty of Portland, one of the most eminant orators of the middle west and Pacific Coast, will deliver a lecture entitled, "Be Sure You're Right." Mrs. Fennel Pipes will also be on the program for several selec tions and will be accompanied by the musical director of the University of Oregon. Tickets on sale at both drug stores. General admission. Don't miss it There will be a . social in the Presbyterian Church on Monday even tng, October 23rd. More extended notice will appear next week. TEACHERS' INSTITUTE OCT. 16-18. The annual Teachers' institute of Polk lObunty, will be held at Dallas, commencing '-Monday, October 16th and continuing for three days. All sessions will b held In the Dallas High School building. Among the speakers will be L. R. Alderman, I. H. Ackerman, H. A. Adrian, Thos H. Gentle, Miss Mon tana Hastings, A. n. Cordley, E. S. Svendon, Mrs. Karen M. Jaeobson, Miss Ruby Shearer, A. B. Beaumont, Miss Olive Davis, Miss Alabama Brer on and H. O Seymore, ' Of these, eight are members of the faculty of the Oregon Normal School. All schools In the county must be closed during the Annual Institute. (Sec. 63, page 36, School Law 1911.) , As nearly all schools will bold school on the Thursday and Friday following the Institute, arrangements were made in the program so that Institute will close on Wednesday at 2:30 and thus give the teachers plenty of time to get to their dif ferent schools, so in order to have in the 16 hours required by law, the teachers must be present at 9:00 a. m. Monday morning. DEATH OF MRS. MANDY NELSON Mrs, Mandy Nelson of this city, wife of lack Nelson and mother ot Wm. Nelson, died on Monday, the 9th of October, and was burried Tues day In the I. 0. O. F. Cemetery. , The cause of death was Uremia. Mrs. Nelson had been sick for some time past. THEREST JL 1 1,1 d 1-Jf A J 1 RE Conkey, Walker ' & Lehman The Two Leading Stores of Independence. Call on vis 9 for jz? jg? BUILDING MATERIAL DOORS, t WINDOWS, MOULDING!), ! ROOFING, SEWER TILE, BUILDING PAPER. THE CHAS. K. SPAULDING LOGGING CO. Prices Reasonable FIRST NUMBER OF LECTURE COURSE Colonel Sobieski Will Speak in Opra House. Count Col. John Sobieski, who is to be at the Independence Opera House Saturday evening, Oct. Hth, is one of the best and most popular lecturers in the United States. The press all over Amrica, tells of his ability as) a story teller and an elo quent platform speaker. . In speaking of him, the Illlnoise State Journal Says: "A refined and cultivated audi ence was present last - evening at Liberty Hall, and was richly repaid for attendance by a most fascinating lecture on Poland, by Hon. John So bieski. The address again verified the old adage, That truth is strang er than fiction.' The entire lecture was like a thrilling romance, and it held the audience with the deepest interest for nearly two hours. The lecturer is a descendant of King John Sobieski, and son of Count John So bieski, Commander of the Polish ar my In 1847, when he was captured by the Russians, and Poland again subdued.' - ' Count Sobieski will lecture in this city under the auspices of the Inde pendence High School. No one can afford to fail to hear him. LOGICAL ARGUMENT IS A GOOD THING WITH WHICH TO WIN A CUSTOMER. HOWEVER THE BEST REASON WHY YOU SHOULD BUY YOUR SHOES FROM US IS THE SHOES THEMSELVES., IT WON'T REQUIRE ANY TALK ING TO GET YOU TO SAY WRAP 'EM UP, AFTER YOU'VE LCOKED AT 'EM. WE HAVE THE MOST COMPLETE AND UP-TO-DATE - LINE OF MEN'S, WOMENS' AND CHILDREN'S SHOES EVER SHOWN. TRY IT AND SEE; WE'LL BOTH BE PLEASED WITH THE RESULT. IRIS SWOPE PASSES AWAY Iris Swope, the little four year old 'daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Swope of this city, passed away at the Salem Hospital, pn Monday, the 9th of October. . The little one had been sick for a few days with appendicitis and was taken to Salem to be operated upon. She was operated upon Sunday, ralli ed from the operation and strong hopes were held for her recovery, on Monday, however, she took a re lapse and died shortly after. Interment took place in the I. O. O. F. Cemetery near this city. Mr. and Mrs. Swope and family have the heartfelt sympathy of all their many friends. . ' Independence to Have Veterinary. Dr. L. W. Horn, a graduate of the Chicago Veterinary College, has come to Independence and has taken Offic es in the Independence Livery barn. Dr. Horn comes directly from the east and comes with the recomendation of Dr. Morell, State Veterinary. Independence has been in need of a veterinary, ever since Dr. Mills left, and Dr. Horn, prepared as he is with the best of surgical instru ments, and prepared for the work by a course in one of the best Veter !na:y Colleges in the country and har ing had years of experience, should, in this field, do a good work. TOMATOES FOR SALE I have either ripe or green toma toes for sale and will deliver them to any address. L. Crane Home Phone 6422 t ASOIs LUMBER, i ; SHINGLES, LATH, PLA8TER, CEMENT, t ; BRICK. Both Phones
